Today I fished a little stream that flows through some beautiful woodlands. The hemlock dominate as they seem to whenever brook trout are home. But there are the usual hardwoods and plenty of mountain laurel. The stream was flowing with good volume, the rains have indeed helped. The pools were inviting and had that awesome plunge at the heads and those long slick tail outs. I found brookies in all parts of the stream and so they felt at home through out.
I started fishing dries and soon found out that's not what they wanted. As soon as I went sub-surface the strikes started. This stream like many in the northeast took a beating from late summer through early fall. Low conditions were the norm. But I am happy to report that the brook trout have endured.
This stream has some of the most beautiful brook trout in Connecticut. The next one brought to hand is prettier than the last.
This section was so moving to me that I ran some video of it.
It also held a jewel or two. This was probably my last outing until after Christmas. We are expecting more rain so I'm confident the fish will be happy and waiting.
What a beautiful brook populated with our native brookies. One thing I like about that stream besides that it supports brook trout, is that it looks like there is a little room for back casting if need be. Merry Christmas and Regards, Sam
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Sam that stream is a dream to fish, there are a few thick laurel patches but other then that it's pretty open.
Well done again Alan. Those brookies are just spectacular. Merry Christmas Alan.
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Howard they are classy fellows. Merry Christmas.
That is a pretty good christmas present, such a beautiful stream with remarkable residents!
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Rowan days such as this make it feel like Christmas every time out.
A lovely looking stretch, I would spend many hours there just sitting and letting the world go by. A merry Christmas and a bountiful New year to you and yours my good man.
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John I have done as you speak. Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
ReplyDeleteA perfect present to yourself! Very peaceful. Pretty pictures of the brookies!
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Pete wonderful wild gifts. It was enjoyable.
I could never grow tired looking at your scenic photographs of the small streams you fish. That water looks so pristine and beautiful, as do the trout you bring to hand. Nice work! Merry Christmas to you and your family, Alan!
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Justin your appreciation of the photos is why I do this. That and I have an addiction to parr marks.
Merry Christmas to you Justin and all those you love.
Alan
ReplyDeleteOutstanding is the one word I would use to describe these streams, hope you and the family have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year. Thanks for sharing
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Bill to you and your family a very Merry Christmas.
Alan, do you have a series of streams you like to fish on a regular basis or do you try to explore new waters?photos are outstanding. I look forward to viewing many more in the new year. I hope you have a peaceful and wonderful Christmas.
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Brad I have a group of about 12 streams within a 30 minute drive of home. I fish them on a somewhat rotating basis. I'll admit though there is a special love of a few of them which I feel so welcomed. You have and your family have a very Merry Christmas.
Alan, thank you for your blog. I make daily visits to get lost in the woods of your photos. I love the woods and fish you share. The woods here in S.W. Florida are a little different with cabbage palms, oak trees, and pine trees along with heat and humidity. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family.
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Well friend I enjoy bringing the woods and waters to your view. New England is a small stream fly fishers paradise. I hope you'll continue to visit here.
To you and your family Merry Christmas.
Gosh, your streamer image is stunning! As someone who enjoys being in the woods near streams, I am always happy to read your writings and take in your images. Perhaps that is why I started fishing this year? Hmmmm. Thanks.
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I tied that streamer a few years ago and I enjoy hanging it on the tree this time of year.
Being out along a woodland stream can do wonders for us.
Congrats on taking up fishing.